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Carry on Camping (but not everywhere….)
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Carry on Camping (but not everywhere….)

Posted on 10th September 2023 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Property Litigation

The right to wild camp on Dartmoor has been allowed under local law for decades until earlier this year when it was challenged by a local landowner. This insight takes a further look at the case in question where landowners argued that wild camping should not be classed as open-air recreation.
Joanne Young

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Joanne Young

Senior Associate & Solicitor
Abandonment of Existing Use of Property
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Abandonment of Existing Use of Property

Posted on 07th September 2023 in Planning and Licensing

In an appeal determined in August 2023 the Planning Inspector considered whether the use of a former Oast house had been abandoned. The appeal against the refusal to grant planning permission for the repair and reinstatement of the four kiln former Oast house was dismissed.
Rachael Jones

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Rachael Jones

Solicitor
What is Cohabitation and Property Ownership?
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What is Cohabitation and Property Ownership?

Posted on 30th August 2023 in Property Litigation, Dispute Resolution

Thinking about buying a house with your partner? Or perhaps you’re considering purchasing property with a friend or family member? Alternatively, you might be planning to move in with someone who already owns a property.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

Partner and Solicitor
New process for registering a notice with the Public Trustee
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New process for registering a notice with the Public Trustee

Posted on 25th August 2023 in Affordable Housing

A change has been made to the application process for all applications to the Public Trustee made on and after 29 August 2023.
Stephen Burtchaell

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Stephen Burtchaell

Partner and Solicitor
What happens to the family dog on separation?
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What happens to the family dog on separation?

Posted on 24th August 2023 in Family Law

Dogs are treated in the same way as personal items and are considered ‘chattels’ in England and Wales, meaning they will be considered an item of personal property and consequently can form part of the overall financial settlement upon separation and divorce.
Bea Taylor

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Bea Taylor

Solicitor
Divorce: The Importance of Full Disclosure
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Divorce: The Importance of Full Disclosure

Posted on 17th August 2023 in Family Law

“Full and frank disclosure” is a phrase you might hear during your divorce. It may feel like a hoop you and your spouse have to jump through to get to the other side, but it is vitally important and, in fact, a legal requirement.
Aimee Aspinall

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Aimee Aspinall

Senior Associate & Solicitor
CCTV in Communal Areas
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CCTV in Communal Areas

Posted on 17th August 2023 in Dispute Resolution, Affordable Housing

There are certain requirements which need to be complied with to make sure that CCTV is lawful, as there can be potential issues with data protection and privacy with CCTV cameras in communal areas.
Paul Stabb

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Paul Stabb

Solicitor
An Unwelcome Stress: Probate Registry Delays Creating Additional Interest
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An Unwelcome Stress: Probate Registry Delays Creating Additional Interest

Posted on 17th August 2023 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

At a time when bereaved families already have so much to manage, the prolonged delays in the issue of Grants of Probate is not only costing time but, in some cases, money.
Gráinne Staunton

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Gráinne Staunton

Partner & Solicitor
New Court of Protection Capacity Assessment Form
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New Court of Protection Capacity Assessment Form

Posted on 15th August 2023 in Probate & Wills

The Court of Protection has announced a new mental capacity assessment form (COP3) which should be used as part of applications to the Court.
What Are Your Rights if You Cohabit With Your Partner?
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What Are Your Rights if You Cohabit With Your Partner?

Posted on 10th August 2023 in Family Law

Unmarried couples are not afforded the same protection in law as married couples who are getting divorced, however there are steps cohabiting couples can take to protect their interests.
Bea Taylor

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Bea Taylor

Solicitor
The ‘Right to Rent’ Ramps Up
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The ‘Right to Rent’ Ramps Up

Posted on 09th August 2023 in Dispute Resolution

For many residential landlords, ensuring compliance with the right to rent provisions may have slipped down the list of priorities.
Joanne Young

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Joanne Young

Senior Associate & Solicitor
Revised Pitch Fee Review Form and Introduction of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) for Reviewing Pitch Fees in England
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Revised Pitch Fee Review Form and Introduction of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) for Reviewing Pitch Fees in England

Posted on 01st August 2023 in Parks

A pitch fee, also known as a site fee, is the amount that a homeowner is required by the agreement to pay to the park owner for the right to station a mobile home on a pitch and for use of the common area of the park and its maintenance.
Leah Skelley

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Leah Skelley

Solicitor